Donald G."Don" Kennedy Obituary (1934 - 2022)

Donald G. "Don" Kennedy, 87, of Butler, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022 at the Sunnyview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center with his loving family by his side. Born May 21, 1934 in Butler, PA, Don was the son of the late Floyd and Grace (Wise) Kennedy. Don was a 1952 graduate of Butler High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army for four years and was a member of the American Legion Post 117 in Butler. Don was employed as an electrician for Fuellgraf Electric, IBEW, Local 5 until his retirement in 1996. Don belonged to Christ Community United Methodist Church in Butler where he was a member of the Chancel Choir, served on the property committee and helped to serve at the Community Dinners. His biggest passion was the Mission Work Team at church that helped people repair their homes after a natural disaster. Don enjoyed traveling and, along with his wife, visited all fifty states, all the Canadian Provinces and all seven continents along with many cruises. He was an avid dancer and could be seen dancing every Wednesday evening at the Lyndora American Legion. Don also enjoyed boating and was a member of the Butler Boat Club for over 40 years. Don is survived by his wife, Evelyn (Wogan) Kennedy, who he married on November 10, 1956. He is also survived by his three children; one daughter, Karen Link and her husband Lloyd of Butler, two sons; Gordon Kennedy of Butler and Brian Kennedy and his wife Kimberly of Harrisburg, PA, eight grandchildren; Angela (Cory) Elder, Alyson (Evan) Beilstein, Lee (Marina) Link, Kara Kennedy, Brittni Krill, Katie, Morgan & Alex Kennedy, five great grandchildren; two sisters; Ellen Hively and Martha (Sam) Bowser both of Columbia City, IN and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Richard D. Kennedy. All are welcome to join the family for a visitation on Friday, April 8, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 at Thompson-Miller Funeral Home, Inc. 124 E. North St. Butler, PA 16001. A funeral service along with military honors will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Thompson-Miller Funeral Home Inc. 124 E. North St. Butler, PA 16001 with the Rev. Anette V. Gerber of Christ Community United Methodist Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family of Don suggests memorial donations be made in his honor to Alzheimer's' Association - Greater PA Chapter 2595 Interstate Dr. Suite 100 Harrisburg, PA 17110.